[PARC] Distracted Driving

[Steven Cavanaugh]

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Steven  VE3PTA


Distracted Driving Legislation for Amateur Radio
Recently an Amateur Operator in Ottawa was stopped by a member of the local constabulary for talking and using a microphone while in motion. Unfortunately this particular officer wasn't aware of the exemption Amateur Radio operators enjoy, and this ham didn't have a copy of the legislation with him, so he was issued a ticket for distracted driving. He will most likely end up getting the charges dropped, but he will have to go through the inconvenience of appearing in court. So this is a reminder to keep a copy of thelegislation (as well as your Radio Operator's Certificate) with you should you get pulled overin the future. The occurances are rare, but as one Amateur found out, it can still happen.
The legislation can be found on line at:

https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/090366
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